LyondellBasell
LyondellBasell is one of the largest plastics, chemicals and refining companies in the world, producing products that are key to making items people use every day.
LyondellBasell is one of the world's largest plastics, chemicals, and refining companies, headquartered in Houston, Texas, with operations globally. The company was formed in 2007 through the acquisition of Lyondell Chemical Company by Basell Polyolefins, creating a major player in the industry. It operates across three main segments: Olefins & Polyolefins (Americas and Europe, Asia, International), Intermediates & Derivatives, and Advanced Polymer Solutions, along with a significant refining business in Houston. LyondellBasell is known for its leadership in polyolefins technology and production, holding a strong market position in polyethylene and polypropylene, and also produces a wide range of chemical intermediates, such as propylene oxide, oxygenated fuels, and acetyls.
The company's product portfolio includes olefins like ethylene and propylene, polyolefins (HDPE, LDPE, LLDPE, polypropylene), advanced polymers (such as polybutene-1 and compounds), and key derivatives like styrene, butadiene, methanol, and acetic acid. It is also a leading producer of catalysts for polyolefin manufacturing through its licensing and catalysis business. With a focus on innovation, sustainability, and circular economy initiatives, LyondellBasell serves a broad range of end markets, including packaging, automotive, construction, and healthcare, and maintains a global footprint with manufacturing sites in North America, Europe, Asia, and South America.
As a major global petrochemical company, LyondellBasell is a top-tier supplier in the chemical industry, often ranking among the largest producers of polyolefins. Its combination of upstream integration in refining and petrochemicals, coupled with a broad product range, positions it as a key partner for procurement professionals seeking reliable, high-volume supply of commodity and intermediate chemicals. The company's extensive logistics network and global distribution capabilities support its role as a stable and influential market participant.
